Assessing the Stress Factors Experienced by Caloocan Police Personnel: Basis for a Training Program
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18859186Keywords:
stress factors, police stress, organizational stress, operational stress, coping mechanisms, law enforcement personnel, training programAbstract
This research aims to evaluate the effects of stressors on the performance of police personnel deployed at the Caloocan City Police Station, including personal, physical, psychological, social, organizational, and operational aspects. This research will also investigate the coping mechanisms used by police personnel to deal with occupational stress and design a training program to improve their resilience. The current research uses a convergent parallel mixed-methods design to combine both quantitative and qualitative results, providing a holistic insight into police stress. The quantitative phase involved 229 active police officers, while the qualitative phase involved ten informants who shared their experiences of coping with stress in semi-structured interviews. Analysis of the findings reveals that stress factors influence police performance in all areas, with non-commissioned officers (PNCOs) showing higher levels of psychological and operational stress than commissioned officers (PCOs). The qualitative findings confirm the effectiveness of stress-coping strategies such as family bonding, prayer, recreation, and positive thinking, while also emphasizing the need for improved support. The research concludes that stress is a natural part of the police role, but it can be managed by the use of systematic interventions. Therefore, a Resilience and Stress Management Training Program was designed to improve the physical, psychological, and emotional well-being of police officers. This study is particularly valuable as it not only highlights the specific stressors affecting police officers but also provides practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance resilience, thus supporting both individual and overall organizational effectiveness. By addressing these challenges, the research provides actionable insights for policymakers, police organizations, and training officers, making it a significant contribution to current literature on police stress and police performance.
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